I’m sorry to hear about the air crash in Pakistan in which many lives have been lost. News of survivors is a ray of hope I pray that there are many miraculous stories of survival tonight. My deepest condolences to the families of those who have perished.

Islamic scholar Mufti Menk prayed that the victims of the crash go to heaven.

The #PakistanPlaneCrash earlier has saddened me. My heartfelt condolences to the families of those who returned to their Maker during this Blessed Month of Ramadan. May the Almighty grant them the loftiest ranks of Paradise calm their loved ones with beautiful patience. Aameen

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canadians were keeping the victims and their families in their thoughts.

The news from Pakistan this morning is devastating. To the families and friends of those who lost their lives in the crash of PK 8303, and to everyone affected by this terrible tragedy, our hearts go out to you. Canadians are keeping you in our thoughts today.